Now is the perfect time to get into the art of quilting. One of the best-kept secrets around for a long time, quilting has had a rapid surge in popularity over the last few years, and as a result, the selection of quilting patterns has greatly increased. These days, believe it or not, there are literally thousands of patterns from which to choose, coming in various sizes and shapes as well as having distinctive and original designs. With such a wide selection available, you might find it difficult to choose which pattern to use for your next quilting project.
Well, take heart – and a deep breath – and remember that quilting is an art and should be enjoyable! So, when choosing a pattern, take the extra time to pick one that you are drawn to and that you think will be a good fit for your project, as well as keep you motivated to actually complete the quilt. (It’s surprising how many unfinished quilts there are around – those poor quilters sure could use some good advice!)
Now when selecting a pattern, keep in mind the theme that the quilt is going to have. This will help you to determine which material and colors to use. For example, if you...